A lovely week!! Have you checked today's Social Impact Stories?

A lovely week!! Have you checked today's Social Impact Stories?


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The environmental activist who hugged a tree for 16 hours

By remaining glued to a tree for days, the environmentalist hoped to bring awareness to trees, which are largely relegated to the sidelines, and foster conversations about the environment and nature.

...this long-drawn hug was a means to share some empathy with nature and acknowledge its significance in our lives. Read more

By Seth Onyango

South Africa to open up vast rail network to private operators

Enhanced rail services are primed to reduce logistics costs and improve the competitiveness of South African exports, particularly in bulk commodity sectors such as mining and agriculture. Read more

By Naledi Sikhakhane

The young agro-entrepreneur teaching others how to succeed in small-scale farming

After falling pregnant at 16, Mafu subsequently lost her father. She spent months taking care of him in the lead-up to his death – a process that ended with her resolving to make a success out of her life to honour her father and provide ... Read more

By Sefakor Fekpe

The agro entrepreneur redefining Ghana’s local cuisine

As she moves around her factory inspecting dried cassava chips spread on racks and neatly covered with blue nets it is clear that her sense of aesthetic extends beyond the packaging on her product labels. The factory where she... Read more

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Toothpaste for burns? Brushing aside a harmful home remedy

However, a study by the Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries strongly contrasts such claims, suggesting that toothpaste can potentially worsen the burn. By intensifying the pain, the study maintains that toothpaste increases... Read more

By Conrad Onyango

Locally assembled phones power Africa’s mobile market amid currency woes

Among the main smartphone markets on the continent, only South Africa experienced a decrease in year-on-year shipments, attributed to the challenging economic environment as well as shipping delays at the country’s ports. Read more



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